Stripes quarterback James Vandenberg (14) winds up for a pass Saturday during the Raycom All-Star Classic at Cramton Bowl in Montgomery.

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Montgomery Mayor Todd Strange heard the requests for some type of game to replace the Blue-Gray. After the city sank $15 million into renovating Cramton Bowl, Strange said he wanted a reward for the city.

The immediate impact was the announced crowd of 18,615 that showed up Saturday to watch the Raycom All-Star Classic. The Stripes beat the Stars 31-3.